| Provider | ||||
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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
Algona Municipal Utilities  | $60.99 | 70 - 500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 98% |
| Algona Municipal Utilities | $60.99 | 70 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative | $45.00 | 25 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 1.407% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ayrshire Farmers Mutual Telephone Company | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 11% |
| River Valley Telecommunications Cooperative | $45.00 | 25 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 1.407% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.52%
2 providers - 98.33%
3 providers - 95.37%
4+ providers - 1.63%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Algona is comparable to the rest of Iowa - 96%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Algona area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Algona residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 98% of those living in Algona.
There are seven internet providers serving the Algona area, and 98.33% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Algona's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mediacom | 86.0 Mbps | 21.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Algona.
The largest internet providers in Algona are CenturyLink, Mediacom, and Algona Municipal Utilities bringing DSL and cable options to Algona.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Algona residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Mediacom, which covers 96% of the area. Algona’s third most-available internet provider, Algona Municipal Utilities, offers cable to around 98% of Algona residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in Algona covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Algona to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Algona, $50.13.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Algona, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Algona. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Algona's providers, 235 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in Algona covering 96% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Algona residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Algona, $50.13.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Algona, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Algona. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Algona's providers, 235 Mbps.
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Cable from Algona Municipal Utilities offers broadband to nearly all households in Algona covering 98% of the area.
Algona Municipal Utilities’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Algona residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Algona Municipal Utilities start at $60.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Algona, $50.13.
Algona Municipal Utilities customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 70 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.87 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Algona, $1.02.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Algona Municipal Utilities offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Algona. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Algona's providers, 235 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Algona, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Algona, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Algona and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Algona at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Algona at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Algona residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Algona may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Algona DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Mediacom is the fastest internet provider in Algona with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Algona. The next fastest internet provider in Algona is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in Algona with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Algona, $50.13.
Algona Municipal Utilities is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Algona, covering 98% of the city.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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